Senior Accountant - Business Services

Charterhouse Partnership; Canberra; Presencial; AUD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working

Mentoring & development

Direct exposure to Partners

Salary continuance insurance

Wellbeing support

Team lunches & social events

Dress-for-your-day policy

Collaborative culture

Descripción de la vacante

Charterhouse Partnership in Canberra is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Business Services & Advisory team. You will move beyond compliance work, building closer client relationships and contributing to advisory and strategic planning.

Ideal candidates have CA/CPA credentials and 3+ years in Australian practice, with strong technical skills in taxation, financial reporting and business advisory. Flexible working is offered alongside career progression.

Formación

• 3+ years' experience in an Australian Chartered Accounting or public practice firm.
• CA or CPA qualification required.
• Strong technical knowledge across Business Services, Taxation and Financial Reporting.
• Proven ability to develop client relationships and deliver value beyond compliance.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with Partners, Managers and junior staff.
• Proactive mindset with willingness to contribute ideas and take ownership.
• Motivated to progress within a well-established firm.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and review financial statements and tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Provide taxation and business advisory support, including tax planning and financial management.
• Work closely with Partners and Managers to deliver tailored accounting solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with proactive advisory input.
• Assist clients with financial reporting, performance analysis and strategic planning.
• Mentor and support junior accountants, reviewing work and sharing knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with Australian accounting standards and taxation legislation.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and client value.

Conocimientos

Client relationships

Taxation

Financial reporting

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Educación

CA or CPA qualification

Descripción del empleo

Senior Accountant – Business Services & Advisory

Established Mid-Tier Accounting Firm | Flexible Working | Career Progression

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 package

About the Firm

An exciting opportunity has become available to join a highly regarded, established mid-tier accounting firm with a strong reputation for delivering quality accounting, taxation and business advisory services.

With a collaborative team of experienced professionals and a strong focus on client relationships, the firm offers an excellent environment for accountants looking to develop their technical expertise and gain greater exposure to advisory work.

The firm prides itself on its supportive culture, professional development opportunities and commitment to helping employees build long-term, rewarding careers.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Clear career progression with ongoing mentoring, training and professional development.
• Direct exposure to experienced Partners and the opportunity to work closely with a diverse client portfolio.
• Salary continuance insurance provided by the firm.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including access to an in-house psychologist and an extended Employee Assistance Program for eligible family members.
• Regular team lunches and social events, including a social club and running club.
• Dress-for-your-day policy, offering flexibility in workplace attire.
• Supportive and collaborative culture where individual contributions and new ideas are valued.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join the firm's Business Services & Advisory team.

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to move beyond traditional compliance work, build stronger client relationships and gain greater involvement in business advisory and strategic planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns and associated compliance requirements for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Provide taxation and business advisory support, including tax planning, financial management and identifying business growth opportunities.
• Work closely with Partners and Managers to deliver tailored accounting and advisory solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing proactive advice and support on business matters.
• Assist clients with financial reporting, business performance analysis and strategic planning.
• Mentor and support junior accountants, reviewing work and sharing technical knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian accounting standards and taxation legislation.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and deliver greater value to clients.

About You

• 3+ years' experience within an Australian Chartered Accounting or public practice firm.
• CA or CPA qualified.
• Strong technical knowledge across Business Services, Taxation and Financial Reporting.
• A genuine interest in developing client relationships and delivering value beyond compliance.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Partners, Managers and junior team members.
• A proactive mindset, with a willingness to contribute new ideas and take ownership of client matters.
• Motivated to continue developing professionally and progress within a well-established firm.